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Bijoux petitions the Supreme Court for Bar reinstatement

Pursuant to Rule 3-7.10, Beatrice Bijoux has petitioned the Supreme Court for Bar reinstatement. Pursuant to an order from the Supreme Court dated February 9, 2023, Bijoux was placed on the inactive list for incapacity not related to misconduct. Any persons having knowledge bearing upon Bijoux’s fitness or qualifications to resume the practice of law […]

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New rule allows interim suspensions for lawyers facing felony charges

Lawyers facing felony charges will be subject to a new disciplinary rule that takes effect December 5 under amendments the Supreme Court adopted earlier this year. Acting on its own motion June 5 in Case No. SC2025-0727, the court adopted new Rule Regulating The Florida Bar 3-5.3 (Interim Suspension), which addresses the grounds for suspension of […]

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